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This is a 10-Gigabit Ethernet PCIe x8 network interface card with a single open RJ-45 port, that complies with IEEE 802.3 standards. It is based on an Intel 82599 chipset and is compatible with variety of different applications and operating systems, including Windows, Linux and UNIX-like systems. Providing 10 Gbs of network speed, it fully supports advanced servers and a variety of networking applications. In addition, this card supports high-level VLAN filtering. The single RJ-45 operates over copper patch cable, allowing for a long operating distance.